[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 86 (Wednesday, June 15, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1101]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


             SALUTING SERVICE ACADEMY STUDENTS--JOSEPH HAYS

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                            HON. SAM JOHNSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 15, 2011

  Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor an 
extraordinary group of young men and women who have been chosen as 
future leaders in our armed forces by the prestigious United States 
service academies. It is a privilege to send such a fine group from the 
third district of Texas to pursue a world-class education and serve our 
nation.
  As we keep them and their families in our prayers, may we never 
forget the sacrifices they are preparing to make while defending our 
freedoms all across the globe. I am so proud of each one. God bless 
them and God bless America.
  Today I salute Joseph Hays, a United States Air Force Academy 
Appointee. Joseph is a graduate of Plano West Senior High School where 
he was a part of the varsity wrestling team. While excelling 
academically, Joseph gave of his time at the St. Elizabeth Ann Seaton's 
Parish Pastoral Council as a Board Member, and worked as a Lifeguard 
for the City of Plano and swim teacher. Joseph comes from a military 
oriented family, where his grandparents served in WWII and Korea. His 
stepfather served as a Black Hawk pilot and instructor. After life at 
the Academy, Joseph aspires to attend medical school to serve as a 
medical doctor in the United States Armed Forces. Joseph feels that his 
dedication toward his goal of attending a Service Academy reflects his 
values as both a devout Christian and as an American.

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